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SWIFT/BIC code BARCGB210EI

BARCGB210EI belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom.

BARCGB210EI

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBARCGB210EI
8-character codeBARCGB21
Branch code0EI
BankBarclays Bank PLC
BranchGwynedd and Ynys Mon Group
CityBangor
CountryUnited Kingdom

The way the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BARC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
0EI Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which branch uses SWIFT code BARCGB210EI?

The code BARCGB210EI belongs to Gwynedd and Ynys Mon Group, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Bangor, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use BARCGB210EI incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCGB210EI against the details from Barclays Bank PLC before sending.

Do I need BARCGB210EI for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BARCGB210EI.

How long does it take to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Can I use BARCGB21 instead of BARCGB210EI?

BARCGB21 is the head office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCGB210EI points to Gwynedd and Ynys Mon Group. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BARCGB210EI.

Does Barclays Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 643 SWIFT/BIC codes for Barclays Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.